In Praise of Incompetent Managers
Imagine you weren’t as competent as you believe. How would you treat your team? The problem is, you can do it “better” yourself. Do-it-yourself managers: Get things done. Want the job done right.… Continue reading
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Only 35% of U.S. Managers are Engaged
Disengaged leaders lead disengaged teams. Only 35% of U.S. managers are engaged in their jobs. Is it any wonder that only 30% of the workforce is engaged.* Worse yet, engagement levels go down… Continue reading
How Confusion Gives Way to Clarity
I often receive emails that include things like, “Do you have any suggestions or advice?” Occasionally, I ask if they’d like to talk. These calls are part listening and advising, but mostly, they’re… Continue reading
How to Be Humble
Dad died June 25, 2012. This morning, I miss him. Dad was a dairy farmer from Maine. He didn’t need applause for taking care of his wife and children. He humbly got the job… Continue reading
Four Ways to Get Ahead in Your Organization
Everyone who rises within an organization does things to please people with power. Getting ahead within organizations always includes making someone happy. 4 ways to get ahead within organizations: #1. Seek and listen to input,… Continue reading
5 Principles for Finding Release
The dark side of leading is the secret pain you can’t release. 7 reasons leaders can’t release painful experiences: Feel the pain, still. Fear recurrence. Don’t feel heard. Have an ax to grind. Prefer blame… Continue reading